The Bet (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film
Released in 1983, The Bet is a drama film directed by احمد صلاح الدين, running about 100 minutes. “Can he hold up in prison for fifteen years exchange for two million rubles?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The story is about a lawyer who believes that capital punishment is terrible, and that imprisonment, if forever, remains a compassionate punishment, then he engages in a bet with a businessman, if he can stay in prison for fifteen years exchange for any wealth, and they hold a bet that if he holds, he will get two million rubles.
Who’s in it. The Bet stars Yehia El Fakharany as إيفان and Abdul Rahman Abu Zahra as هيرمان.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bet page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bet tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bet (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Bet?
- The Bet stars Yehia El Fakharany and Abdul Rahman Abu Zahra.
- When was The Bet released?
- The Bet was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.